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$136+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL to Sacramento (BHM - SMF)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SMF
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) to Sacramento (SMF). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$323
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$136
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$597
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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/18:57 amBHM - SMF
2 stops31h 20mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/53:22 pmSMF - BHM
2 stops14h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$323
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/15:00 amBHM - SMF
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Mon 5/55:00 amSMF - BHM
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/165:56 pmBHM - SMF
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Tue 5/2710:30 pmSMF - BHM
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 3/27$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/167:15 pmBHM - SMF
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/1312:28 pmSMF - BHM
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$370
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/116:30 amBHM - SMF
1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/151:00 pmSMF - BHM
1 stop6h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$517

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham to Sacramento that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Sacramento that are best for you.

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BirminghamSacramento

BHM - SMF

BHMSMF

Birmingham

Thu 5/1

8:57 am-2:17 pm

2 stops31h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/5

3:22 pm-8:02 am

2 stops14h 40m

$323

BirminghamSacramento

BHM - SMF

BHMSMF

Birmingham

Thu 5/1

5:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop7h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/5

5:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$343

BirminghamSacramento

BHM - SMF

BHMSMF

Birmingham

Fri 5/16

5:56 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/27

10:30 pm-8:28 am

1 stop7h 58m

$368

BirminghamSacramento

BHM - SMF

BHMSMF

Birmingham

Fri 5/16

7:15 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/13

12:28 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$370

BirminghamSacramento

BHM - SMF

BHMSMF

Birmingham

Fri 4/11

6:30 am-12:08 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/15

1:00 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$517

BirminghamSacramento

BHM - SMF

BHMSMF

Birmingham

Wed 4/30

8:57 am-11:39 am

2 stops28h 42m

$136

BirminghamSacramento

BHM - SMF

BHMSMF

Birmingham

Sun 4/27

5:20 am-11:01 am

1 stop7h 41m

$239

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Deals found on 3/26

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Birmingham to Sacramento in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham, Alabama-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Birmingham, Alabama-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Birmingham, Alabama-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham, Alabama-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Birmingham, Alabama-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Birmingham with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Sacramento

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $435). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BHM to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Sacramento in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sacramento. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Birmingham to Sacramento, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,881 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Birmingham to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Sacramento round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $323. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $343 and $368, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Sacramento one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $136. American Airlines flights start at $172 while deals on Delta start at $239 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Sacramento that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Birmingham to Sacramento flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to Sacramento?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Birmingham to Sacramento.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to Sacramento?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to Sacramento by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $435). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Birmingham to Sacramento

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to Sacramento. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$323Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$378Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$412Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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